Walks

To the south of Betws-y-Coed and the imposing peak of Moel Siabod lies the valley of the Afon Lledyr. The focus of the walk to Dolwyddelan Castle are the impressive ruins although it is an interesting landscape throughout. The Walk I knew very little about this valley before I took this walk. There is a

Sharp Haw is the highest point near Skipton with Flasby Hall the far point on the walk. Between lies some rough ground but good tracks in the main. Park at the Craven Heifer to start the walk although be aware the pub itself is permanently closed. The Walk The Sharp Haw and Flasby Hall walk

A charge (check latest price) will take you in to the wooded How Stean Gorge. The limestone gorge is spectacular. Approach the gorge from Middlesmoor, the open moorland offering a pleasant contrast to the close confines of the gorge. The Walk How Stean Gorge is a dramatic limestone gorge which cuts through the gill in

Tewet Tarn is a lovely, rarely visited tarn and the object of this short walk in St John’s in the Vale. Enjoy the church during the walk as well as the excellent views across to Blencathra (the best views of my favourite mountain). The Walk St John’s in the Vale sits to the south of

Woodland, farmland, some isolated farms and views to the moors beyond characterise this walk along Croasdale Brook from Slaidburn. The large village of Slaidburn has a pretty river front green. The Walk Slaidburn is the centre of tourism in the Forest of Bowland. However this means very little as this is a quiet area unspoilt

The Lonely Howgills describes the main walk down the spine of the Howgill fells. This walk climbs steeply to Winder, on to Calders and the Calf before returning along the flanks of the Howgills to Sedbergh. An alternative descent via Fell Head and the Lune Valley is also mentioned. The Walk The Howgills offers some